What could be better than the gift of beer this holiday season? Make it a craft beer gift from Michigan. Here are some ideas to help you give the gift of holiday cheer and high-five the Mitten at the same time.

Beer x 12: The Wine Shop at The Acorn Theater has a gift that will remind that special someone how much you care every month. Purchase The Year of Beer: Michigan and a mixed six-pack will arrive at the recipient's home every month. Cost is about $200 depending on shipping location. Call 269-756-3879 for more info.

Drink it, love it, wear it Part II: Riveted Founders Bottle Cap Bracelet ($60-$70) by Christine’s Beadworks in Novi is also made from recycled bottle caps. The copper squares are hand cut and hammered. The original design is 1.25” and can be adjusted to fit most wrist sizes. For more information, go here.Via Buy Michigan Now Holiday Gift Guide.

Bright idea:Mini-keg lamps (Oberon, Two Hearted, Best Brown) are
available at the Bell's
General Store.

View full sizeJosh Smith | KalamaBrewMini-keg lamps are available in a few different Bell's labels (Best Brown, Oberon and Two Hearted).

Just drink it: Gift cards from a favorite local beer destination are one option. Singles or mixed six-packs are another. But why stop at six, when you can always take it up a notch to 12? New Holland Brewing Co. and Arcadia Ales sell their beer in variety packs, which can usually be purchased at your favorite beer store (Meijer sells them too). Motor City Brewing Works is also selling a Tool Box.

Drink holder:Beer Styx ($30 -$50) by Xtremetals in Swartz Creek will keep your beverage of choice high, dry and within easy reach. Personalized options are available. Three hooks on the front can also be used to keep utensils handy while grilling. Via Buy Michigan Now Holiday Gift Guide.

Like this? Try that:DRAFT Magazine had some great ideas on how to buy for specific tastes; Arcadia Ales' Cocoa Loco for chocolate lovers and Scotty Karate from Dark Horse Brewing Co. for the artist on your gift list.

Make 'em crawl for it (or stay in one place): Perfect for the person who likes to sample a variety of beverages (beer, whiskey, vodka, etc.), this bar crawl pass can be used at The HopCat, Stella's, The Viceroy, and McFadden's in Grand Rapids. If you spend $100, they'll throw in a free $15 card for you to use (or give as a gift). Call 616-451-4677 for more information.

Short 'em: Gift packs from Short's Brewing Co. are available in an assortment of
combinations like logo pint glass and malt balls and t-shirts with logo
pint glasses or a growler (sorry, beer is not included — see "drink it" above). Go here for more information.

For the explorer: Motor City Brew Tours is selling gift certificates to be used for future excursions. Gift certificates will work for any public tour priced at $49.99. You can also add a “Beer Inspector” T-Shirt for an extra $13, plus shipping. Check out their upcoming tours and make a purchase here.